Tony Tan
Summary
Dynamic Pastoral Worker at St Andrew's Cathedral, skilled in spiritual leadership and effective communication. Successfully led worship services and enhanced congregational engagement through impactful sermon preparation and grief support. Demonstrated strong teamwork and adaptability while managing church finances and planning enriching retreats, fostering a supportive community for spiritual growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastoral Worker (Parish Assistant)
St Andrew's Cathedral
01.2020 - Current
- Plan and Lead in Worship Service (Hokkien) from 2020 to 2022
- Appointed as Associate Chaplain to Anglican Care Centre (Bukit Batok) by Vicar of SAC from 2024.
- Part of the pastoral team in the Inner Healing & Deliverance (IHD) Ministry of SAC.
- Assist the Clergy (English) to pastoral care to congregants and addressing their spiritual and emotional needs.
- Involved in teaching Baptism class.
- Assist the Clergy in evaluating existing programs for effectiveness, making recommendations for improvements that better met the needs of congregants.
- Offered support to families experiencing difficulties, connecting them with appropriate resources within the congregation or broader community.
- Delivered thought-provoking sermons that encouraged congregants to challenge their beliefs and grow spiritually.
- Assist the Clergy-in-charge of cell groups in providing pastoral care and support to cell leaders and members, including assigning members to suitable cell groups.
- Coordinated special events including guest speakers or that enriched the worship experience for congregants.
- Provided spiritual care through home visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Theological College of Asia (TCA)
05-2025
CPE Level 1 - Clinical Pastoral Education
St Peter's Hall (SPH)
05-2025
Skills
- Spiritual leadership
- Spiritual support
- Group facilitation skills
- Compassionate listening
- Sermon planning
- Clerical support
- Cultural and spiritual guidance
- Holistic spiritual support
- Worship service coordination
- Openness to new knowledge
- Pastoral counseling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Efficient multitasking
- Adaptability to change
- Microsoft office
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hokkien
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Teochew
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Pastoral Worker (Parish Assistant)
St Andrew's Cathedral
01.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Theological College of Asia (TCA)
CPE Level 1 - Clinical Pastoral Education
St Peter's Hall (SPH)
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